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Pillar of the Community
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That's like asking "What's the best food?" Well, okay, chicken is, but some people (some...just some) may say something odd like "ravioli" or "scallops" or "dog meat" or who knows. But most people like chicken! Sometimes they season it, or baste it while grilling. I like to soak mine in a nice hickory smoke marinade and let it sit for about two days. The point is, chicken is very versatile as a food. It's a staple of many world cuisines. I got way off topic here. If nothing jumps up and bites you as far as collecting goes, sample a little of everything until you figure out your likes. Mine is small cents (US and Canadian) and world coins. I just like them, and you'll find (I am sure) that there will be a particular denomination or three that really gets your attention more than the rest. So go enjoy some chicken and good luck with your coin collecting!
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coinmaster2,  to the CCF. You should collect what YOU like... at least starting out anyways. You may well branch out into other coin types later on, but start w/ what you think is most attractive / most interesting. Oh, and I wouldn't suggest collecting chicken... especially any w/ toning on it  Edited by Dave H
08/27/2013 06:51 am
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Edited by oih82w8
08/27/2013 07:44 am
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Sometimes they season it, or baste it while grilling. I like to soak mine in a nice hickory smoke marinade and let it sit for about two days. Way to go !! Now I'm hungry for some grilled chicken. Rick |
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I havent been collecting very long but right now I'm still trying to figure out what type of coin is best to collect.please post your opinion. Collect something that appeals to you, whether it's the size, metal or history. Something that you can find out about is easier too, though there are people who like to research obscure things nobody else collects or knows about. Me I had a bunch of odd coins that were my Dad's. I kept ones I liked then found a book on shillings ( a British denomination about a quarter in value) that I spent as a child. I liked the size and design and the fact that I remembered them. They had been used for many years, so a good scope for collecting. Anyway, over time I have adjusted what I collect and though I still collect shillings, I only get ones from a particular range of years and mint. You need to find something you like looking at and holding. You're not collecting for anyone else, after all. Don't worry if you decide to collect something different after a while, it's not like there are rules, it's up to you. And as for value, well, forget it at first. Unless of course you decide to collect something you have to buy, in which case it's best to have an idea about what you are collecting so you don't pay too much (as pretty much all of us did at first!) In time your collection might be worth something. Or maybe not. It doesn't matter. Do it for fun, not the money! Edited by Tom Goodheart
08/27/2013 11:12 am
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Well said skyshark!! Great comparison.
As said nobody can tell you what to collect.. Collect what appeals to you.
If your asking what to collect that will make you money, either short or long term.. Well even for collecting in general, (but even more important for expensive coins so you don't overpay/loose money), Then I'd say to begin collecting knowledge.. After all knowledge is the key to a collectors success!! And this is a great place to do that...
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Pillar of the Community
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You should only collect what you like.
But I wouldn't collect coins after 1950(if not silver).
Because they mint so many that the numbers are crazy high.
It will takes years till a 2013 quarter is worth 26 cents.
Even proofs I won't bother with. I spent so much money on
them. After all, they're just worthless. Everyone wants to
get rid of them. But silver proofs are good. Just don't pay crazy
prices for them. Keep in mind like any modern proof coin can grade
PR-69. American Silver Eagle are nice but the price jumps around too
much. If you could pick them up for two dollars over silver, that would be
great.
So, you should collect classic coins that you enjoy. It's best to stay
away from problem ones. They don't carry much of a premium.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Start by going through your change. Pick out what you like and any oddballs. Also look for varieties and errors.
That should keep you busy learning what to look for, and, more importantly, why. Read, read, read.
Worry about coins that are no longer circulating when you finally want one.
Try not to drool on the cases at local coin stores (LCS).
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Anything I'm not looking for or actively trying to acquire at the moment!  "Buy the Book Before You Buy the Coin" - Aaron R. Feldman - "And read it" - Me 2013! ANA Life Member #3288 in good standing since 1981, ANS, Early American Coppers Member (EAC), Colonial Coin Collectors Club member (C4), Conder Token Collector Club member (CTCC), Civil War Token Society (CWTS) member, Liberty Seated Collectors Club (LSCC) & Numismatic Bibliomania Society member (NBS), USMex, Member in good standing, 2¢ variety collector. See my want page: http://goccf.com/t/140440 |
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Rest in Peace
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I'll suggest collecting whatever appeals to you and fits into your budget of extra cash. Enjoy the hunt!
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United States
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I started with wheat and Indian Head cents, and I do that the most. I recently started getting into Morgan's and I just bought my first gold coin, but I only get them if I can get a really good deal. |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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You should only collect Washington quarters .. 1999 to date. Nothing else.  Just kidding. After 45 years of collecting I have figured out that I like the presidents. Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Washington, Kennedy and of course Ike. Of course like others have posted .. collect what you like. If not sure .. maybe start a Type set, along the way to completing the Type set you might find a series you really like. Of course I do like Liberty coins .. but any set with Liberty on them will be very expensive, if you want a higher grade set .. some are expensive in lower grade coins. Another set I always suggest is a Jefferson nickel collection. It is a challenge to find higher grade BU,proof coins. But it can be done with out putting a lot of money out. And when it is complete it is a real joy to look at. |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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1. Do not start collecting coins. It is a horrible hobby. To many people already are in it. Not enough coins for all. Mostly if you collect coins, less for me. 2. It's easier to collect Beanie Babies. They are all over the place with people trying to unload those.  3. For a real suggestion, go to any coin store, hobby store, coin show or on the internet. Look for a book called the Red Book by Whitman Publishing. 4. Buy that book and sit down, look all though it, decide what YOU like best. 5. IF you decide to collect modern coins, start with asking your friends, neighbors and relatives for any old coins laying around. 6. Once you decide on what you like, want, can afford, look up coin shows. Go to a few. Best place to find coins, coin collecting stuff. 7. AND if you change your mind about collecting coins, just wrap them all up and send to me. |
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